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First Look: Cool Collaborations

The hottest high-end designers are collaborating with your favorite retailers. Check out these cheap and chic goods hitting a store near you!
By Celia L. Smith · Updated October 28, 2020
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Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation at Kohls

Narciso Rodriguez is known for revamping classic American style in a way that’s sleek and sophisticated for the modern day woman. Rodriguez has dressed a bevy of red carpet beauties, but his most notable moment came when Michelle Obama wore his designs the day Barack Obama won the election. And now you can score his looks for less!

Panel-blocked dress, Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation, $60, Available November 7 at 7 a.m. at kohls.com.

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Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation at Kohls

Color-blocked t-neck dress, Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation, $78, Available November 7 at 7 a.m. at kohls.com.

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Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation at Kohls

Printed short-sleeve dress, Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation, $78, Available November 7 at 7 a.m. at kohls.com.

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Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation at Kohls

Boxy woven top, $54, and blocked pencil skirt, $48, both by Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation, Available November 7 at 7 a.m. at kohls.com.

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Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation at Kohls

Textured jacket, $150, plunging v-top, $48, and tuxedo leggings, $44, all by Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation, Available November 7 at 7 a.m. at kohls.com.

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Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation at Kohls

Cocoon coat $130, printed mix draped top, $48, and pajama pants, $48 Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation, Available November 7 at 7 a.m. at kohls.com.

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Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation at Kohls

Panel-blocked dress, $64, and pajama pants, $48, both by Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation, Available November 7 at 7 a.m. at kohls.com.

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Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation at Kohls

Short sleeve printed dress, Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation, $70, Available November 7 at 7 a.m. at kohls.com.

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Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation at Kohls

Printed mix draped top, $48, and pajama pants, $48, both by Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation, Available November 7 at 7 a.m. at kohls.com.

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Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation at Kohls

Textured jacket dress, $150, plunging v-top, $48, and tuxedo leggings, $44, all by Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation, Available November 7 at 7 a.m. at kohls.com.

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Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation at Kohls

V-neck ponte dress, Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation, $60, Available November 7 at 7 a.m. at kohls.com.

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Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation at Kohls

Cocoon coat, $130, peplum top, $48, and tuxedo leggings, $44, all by Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation, Available November 7 at 7 a.m. at kohls.com.

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Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation at Kohls

Slim 2-tone ponte dress, Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation, $60, Available November 7 at 7 a.m. at kohls.com.

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Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation at Kohls

Striped color-blocked tank top, $50, and trouser pants, $54, both by Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation, Available November 7 at 7 a.m. at kohls.com.

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Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation at Kohls

Y-neck dress, Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation, $74, Available November 7 at 7 a.m. at kohls.com.

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Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation at Kohls

Vertical top, $54, and color-blocked woven skirt, $48, Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation, $60, Available November 7 at 7 a.m. at kohls.com.

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Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation at Kohls

Sleeveless woven tee, $54, and pajama pants, $48, Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation, Available November 7 at 7 a.m. at kohls.com.

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Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation at Kohls

Open neck dress, Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation, $64, Available November 7 at 7 a.m. at kohls.com.

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Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation at Kohls

Slim 2-tone ponte dress, Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation, $64, Available November 7 at 7 a.m. at kohls.com.

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Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection

This holiday season, two mega retailers team up to create one of largest collaborations we’ve seen to date. 24 designers—from Marc Jacobs to Marchesa—offer their designer goods with an affordable price tag for both moms and their mini me’s.

Sequin blouse, Tracy Reese for Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection, $80, Available December 1 at target.com.

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Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection

Strapless lace dress, Robert Rodriguez for Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection, $100, Available December 1 at target.com.

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Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection

Cape, Prabal Garung for Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection, $80, Available December 1 at target.com.

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Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection

Girls beaded dress, Marchesa for Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection, $100, Available December 1 at target.com.

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Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection

Girls beaded dress, Marchesa for Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection, $100, Available December 1 at target.com.

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Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection

Scarf, Marc Jacobs for Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection, $70, Available December 1 at target.com.

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Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection

Rose printed dress, Leila Rose for Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection, $100, Available December 1 at target.com.

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Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection

Lace blouse, Leila Rose for Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection, $70, Available December 1 at target.com.

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Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection

Girls sleeveless dress, Jason Wu for Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection, $60, Available December 1 at target.com.

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Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection

Girls polka dot dress, Jason Wu for Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection, $60, Available December 1 at target.com.

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Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection

Studded leather gloves, Brian Atwood for Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection, $50, Available December 1 at target.com.

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Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection

Metallic zip pouches, Marc Jacobs for Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection, $70, Available December 1 at target.com.

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Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection

Leopard print slippers, Derek Lam for Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection, $50, Available December 1 at target.com.

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Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection

Stud rimmed sunglasses, Brian Atwood for Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection, $40, Available December 1 at target.com.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Fashion house MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA pushes all boundaries. Their artistic approach to garment construction is avant garde— deconstructing pieces and reinventing new shapes. Their collaboration with H&M makes their wearable art accessible to the masses.

Hitched up dress, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $199, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Trouser skirt fusion, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $99, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Darted knit sweater, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $129, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Dress, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $349, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Leather pants, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $349, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Fusion high-low dress, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $199, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Leather tote, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $199, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Knee-high leather boot, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $299, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Candy wrapper clutch, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $60, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Plexi leather boot, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $399, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Silk skirt, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $129, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Silk blouse, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $149, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Narrow shoulder jacket, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $99, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Oversized skirt, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $99, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Suede jacket, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $299, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Maxi dress, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $99, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Deconstructed biker jacket, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $249, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Oversized dress, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $129, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Oversized trousers, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $129, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Knee-high leather boot, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $299, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Trouser skirt, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $99, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Circle button down shirt, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $80, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Horizontal dress, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $199, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Glove clutch, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $149, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Plexi wedge pump, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $299, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Tromp l’oeil high-top sneaker, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $129, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Oversized turtleneck, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $149, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA

Plexi wedge pump, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $299, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Oversized jeans, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $70, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Tromp l’oeil body suit, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $40, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Mirrored leggings, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $40, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

Duvet coat, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M, $349, Available in stores nationwide November 15th.

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